Today, Rep. Lois Frankel (FL-22), Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs (NSRP), led Democratic opposition to the Fiscal Year 2027 NSRP funding bill. “This is a moment for American leadership—and we must rise to meet it,” said Ranking Member Frankel. “Lasting national security is about more than bombs,… Read more »

During yesterday’s National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs (NSRP) Appropriations Subcommittee markup, Ranking Member Lois Frankel (FL-22) spoke against House Republicans’ proposed Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) NSRP bill, which would cut critical funding that strengthens America’s soft power, prevents the spread of conflict and disease, and protects our national… Read more »

Today, Rep. Lois Frankel (FL-22) released the following statement after voting in favor of the War Powers Resolution to remove United States Armed Forces from unauthorized offensive hostilities in Iran unless Congress declares war or authorizes the use of military force: “Let me be clear: the Iranian regime and its support for terrorist proxies have wreaked havoc across the… Read more »

Today, Rep. Lois Frankel (FL-22) released the following statement after again voting against a funding package for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the federal agency that includes U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). “The proposed legislation provides billions more for ICE without a single meaningful reform or safeguard. At a time when this agency has become… Read more »

Today, Rep. Lois Frankel (FL-22) shared updated information and guidance from the State Department for Americans currently in the Middle East, amid the ongoing military conflict in the region. The State Department has advised that Americans currently in the Middle East should depart as soon as possible, and if they’re able to book travel out of the region, they should do so… Read more »

Today, Rep. Lois Frankel (FL-22), Ranking Member of the National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Subcommittee, released the following statement after the Trump Administration announced a sweeping expansion of the Global Gag Rule—a policy that cuts off U.S. foreign assistance to international organizations that provide, refer for, or even discuss abortion… Read more »

Today, Rep. Frankel (FL-22), Ranking Member (lead Democrat) of the National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Appropriations Subcommittee, released the following statement after the House passed the subcommittee’s budget bill for Fiscal Year 2026. “At a time of global uncertainty, it is critical that we face the world with a unified front. This bipartisan bill puts… Read more »

“Nicolás Maduro is a bad actor and he should be brought to justice,” said Rep. Frankel. “With that said, the President should give the American people clear answers about what threats justified a military action, why Congress was kept in the dark, and how he intends to avoid endangering U.S. servicemembers or dragging us into another endless war.” Read more »

Representatives Lois Frankel (D-FL-22) and Jen Kiggans (R-VA-02), co-chairs of the bipartisan Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) Caucus, urged Secretary of State Marco Rubio in a letter to ensure women are meaningfully included in post-war decision-making, reconstruction, and reconciliation as the United States works with international partners to implement the Israel–Hamas peace… Read more »

Today, Rep. Lois Frankel (FL-22) released the following statement as the hostages in Hamas’ captivity were released. “After more than two years of devastating captivity, the twenty remaining living Israeli hostages were released from Gaza, bringing profound relief and joy for their families and so many,” said Rep. Frankel. “Gratitude goes to the President and all whose cumulative… Read more »